Hi, I'm Denys, and I'm excited to be part of Couchsurfing!

I'm a 26-year-old Ukrainian with a passion for photography, storytelling, and new experiences. Life has taken me through many different paths—I studied hotel and restaurant management, but my journey has been much broader. I’ve worked as a waiter, bartender, barista, hotel receptionist, post office worker, car factory worker, and even a dog walker. Not exactly what I imagined, but these experiences shaped me, taught me resilience, and helped me understand what I truly enjoy.

I love exploring new places, meeting people from different cultures, and having meaningful conversations—whether it's about life, travel, or creative passions. These days, I'm diving into photography and filmmaking, capturing the beauty of landscapes, people, and everyday moments.

If you're up for sharing stories, adventures, or just a chill walk through the city, I’d love to connect!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm here to meet new people, discover different cultures, and build meaningful connections. I believe that travel isn't just about places—it's about the people you meet along the way. Whether it’s sharing stories over a cup of coffee, exploring a city together, or just exchanging perspectives, I love the idea of connecting with like-minded people from all over the world.

If you're up for sharing stories, adventures, or just a chill walk through the city, I’d love to connect!

Interests

music travel travelling photography
books movies

Music, Movies, and Books

🎵 Music
Ludovico Einaudi
Elton John
James Blunt
Ed Sheeran
Awesome Mix Vol. 1, 2 & 3 (Guardians of the Galaxy)
Bryan Adams
Howard Shore
…and many more!

🎬 Movies
It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
La La Land
The Lord of the Rings Trilogy
Guardians of the Galaxy (all parts)
The Gentlemen
Before Trilogy (Before Sunrise, Before Sunset, Before Midnight)
Midnight in Paris
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
500 Days of Summer
Good Will Hunting
Dead Poets Society
The Truman Show
Bicentennial Man (200-Year Man)
The Pursuit of Happyness
The Notebook
Rocky
Scent of a Woman

📚 Books
The Lord of the Rings & The Hobbit – J.R.R. Tolkien
Dracula – Bram Stoker
The Three Musketeers & The Count of Monte Cristo – Alexandre Dumas
The Daily Stoic – Ryan Holiday
Ikigai – Héctor García & Francesc Miralles
Lagom – Niki Brantmark
The Master and Margarita – Mikhail Bulgakov
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes – Arthur Conan Doyle
Every book by Jules Verne

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Visited Iceland during winter and saw Aurora dance

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm pretty sure everyone has something to teach and learn from others, most of which is usually something you don't expect.